Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
98
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 114 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 21 | 27 | 27 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Lakers outlasted the Mavericks 114-98. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.